

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Sea Fans is a reef and wall site located off West Bay and Seven Mile Beach. Divers experience depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres, with an average of 10 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres, and water temperatures remain between 27 and 30C. Access is by boat only, and currents are generally mild. Marine life recorded here includes Indian Lionfish, French Angelfish, Fairy Basslet, Queen Angelfish, Reef Squid, wrasses, Lettuce Sea Slug, Blue Tang, groupers, Christmas Tree Worm, Porcupinefish, Black Durgeon, Stoplight Parrotfish, and Oceanic Triggerfish. Maintain vigilance for boat traffic and use a surface marker buoy in deeper sections.
19.39228, -81.40603
Check locally for the nearest boat operator and what facilities they provide, as onsite amenities are not confirmed. Arriving early in the morning typically gives the calmest conditions and the best light penetration on the wall.
Enter the water from the ladder at the end of the dock.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Divers regularly encounter Indian Lionfish, Reef Squid, wrasses, Lettuce Sea Slug, and Blue Tang. Less frequently, you may spot French Angelfish, Fairy Basslet, Queen Angelfish, groupers, Christmas Tree Worm, Porcupinefish, Black Durgeon, Stoplight Parrotfish, and Oceanic Triggerfish.
Yes, Sea Fans is suitable for beginners due to its manageable depth range of 5 to 18 metres and mild currents.
The site ranges from 5 to 18 metres deep, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat-only site; a boat is required to reach the reef and wall.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallower reef sections may be accessible to snorkellers depending on boat operator policies.
Diving at Sea Fans in West Bay requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Sea Fans in West Bay. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Divers at Sea Fans in West Bay should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Sea Fans in West Bay typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sea Fans in West Bay typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.